1990 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
